Giuliana's Ristorante
Great Kills-Eltingville, New York City
Restaurant in New York City, United States
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Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
A practical Staten Island choice for a family celebration, date night, or low-stress group dinner when convenience matters. Book it for a familiar full-service meal on the South Shore; look elsewhere if the priority is a named chef, awards profile, or drinks-led evening.
About Giuliana's Ristorante
Giuliana's Ristorante is a New York City restaurant with operating hours and a smart casual dress code. The information is practical rather than deeply detailed: use it when you need a direct restaurant option and want to plan around the basics.
The clearest planning detail is the schedule. Giuliana's Ristorante is closed Monday; open Tuesday through Thursday from 12–10 PM; open Friday and Saturday from 12–11 PM; and open Sunday from 1–9 PM. Those hours give planners several weekday and weekend windows to consider, while the smart casual dress code keeps the preparation simple.
A practical New York City restaurant option
The recommendation should stay grounded: consider Giuliana's Ristorante if the hours and smart casual setting fit your plans. The restaurant does not specify its cuisine, menu format, drinks program, chef, price point, reservation difficulty, or awards recognition, so it should not be framed around those details. For a drinks-led night elsewhere, use Our full New York City bars guide instead; for a broader dinner search, start with Our full New York City restaurants guide.
Make the decision based on the basics available: New York City location, posted hours, and smart casual dress. If your plans depend on specific menu items, seating, takeout, delivery, dietary accommodations, or a particular beverage setup, check directly with the restaurant before committing.
Who should book it
Giuliana's Ristorante is best considered by diners who want a New York City restaurant option with clear hours and a simple dress expectation. It may work for plans where the schedule and dress code matter more than a highly specific restaurant brief.
For related dining comparisons, Pearl also covers Ayat, Bocelli, Fava Restaurant, Joe & Pat's Pizzeria & Restaurant, and Riva Mediterranean & Turkish Cuisine. Use Our full New York City hotels guide, Our full New York City wineries guide, and Our full New York City experiences guide if the dinner is part of a wider trip.
Planning details
- Location
- 4105 Hylan Blvd, Staten Island, NY 10308
- Website
- giulianassi.com
- Phone
- +17183178507
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Giuliana's reads like a textbook example of Staten Island’s Italian-American table: a family-run neighborhood ristorante where loyalty and consistency matter more than trends or press cycles. The dining room leans warm and welcoming, shaped by generations of regulars rather than the formality of Midtown tasting menus. Expect an intimate, classic Italian-American atmosphere — not flashy, but reassuringly familiar — where friendly service and reliable cooking define the experience. The restaurant feels rooted in its Great Kills setting on Hylan Boulevard, a local anchor that prizes steady, well-executed plates over culinary flashes of the moment.
Best For
Giuliana’s is best for community-minded occasions: family dinners, group gatherings and celebrations where familiar cooking and generous portions matter. It serves as a neighborhood hub for regulars who value consistency and affordability, so it’s a natural choice for milestone meals spent with relatives or longtime friends. Because the restaurant is embedded in Staten Island’s South Shore dining tradition, it also works well for casual weeknight dinners that lean comforting rather than formal. If you’re seeking a reliably good Italian-American meal outside Manhattan’s fine-dining circuit, this is the kind of local spot to book.
Ordering Tips
Stick to the signatures and classic preparations that define Giuliana’s menu. The Filet Mignon Risotto showcases the kitchen’s heartier, meat-forward comforts; the Pasta with Clams points to straightforward, well-executed seafood pasta; and the Artichoke Giuliana reads as a housey vegetable specialty. For groups or families, order several plates to share so everyone can sample those highlights — the restaurant’s strength is its consistent, traditional repertoire rather than experimental tasting sequences. Let the classics guide your choices and prioritize convivial, family-style dining.
Venue details
Ambiance
Warm, welcoming atmosphere with nostalgic decor featuring local community photos, soft music, and a sense of home-like comfort.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Accessibility
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Medium
Signature Dishes
- Filet Mignon Risotto
- Pasta with Clams
- Artichoke Giuliana
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 4105 Hylan Blvd, Staten Island, NY 10308
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Where to go if this is not the right fit
Pick Ayat if the group wants a clearer Middle Eastern direction with a $$ price signal. Pick Joe & Pat's Pizzeria & Restaurant if the meal should be more casual and pizza-focused.
Restaurant context
How Giuliana's Ristorante compares nearby
Choose Giuliana's Ristorante when the priority is an easy Staten Island celebration with a sit-down restaurant feel. Joe & Pat's Pizzeria & Restaurant is the more casual call if the group mainly wants pizza and a lower-pressure meal, while Bocelli is the closer cross-shop when the brief is a more traditional full-service dinner.
Ayat is the clearer pick if cuisine direction matters, since its Middle Eastern focus and $$ price signal make the value proposition easier to read before booking. Riva Mediterranean & Turkish Cuisine and Fava Restaurant are better alternatives for diners comparing beyond classic Italian-style group dining.
For booking ease, Giuliana's Ristorante has the advantage: it is marked easy to book, which matters for birthdays, family meals, and last-minute plans. For a more defined cuisine brief, Ayat or Joe & Pat's will be simpler decisions.
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Compare Giuliana's Ristorante
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Giuliana's Ristorante | New York City | , | , | No published awards |
| Riva Mediterranean & Turkish Cuisine | New York City | , | , | No published awards |
| Ayat | New York City | Middle Eastern | $$ | No published awards |
| Fava Restaurant | New York City | , | , | No published awards |
| Joe & Pat's Pizzeria & Restaurant | New York City | Pizzeria | , | 2026 OAD Cheap Eats in North America Ranked · #582025 OAD Cheap Eats in North America Ranked · #332024 OAD Cheap Eats in North America Ranked · #352023 OAD Cheap Eats in North America in Ranked · #31 |
| Bocelli | New York City | , | , | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Giuliana's Ristorante accommodate groups?
Information on group capacity or private dining is not available. If you are planning for a larger party, contact Giuliana's Ristorante directly and plan around its hours: closed Monday; Tuesday through Thursday 12–10 PM; Friday and Saturday 12–11 PM; and Sunday 1–9 PM.
What should I order at Giuliana's Ristorante?
Specific dishes or menu details are not available. Check the current menu directly with Giuliana's Ristorante before you go, especially if you are planning around dietary needs or a particular style of meal.
Can I eat at the bar at Giuliana's Ristorante?
Bar seating is not specified. If that matters to your visit, contact Giuliana's Ristorante directly before going.
Which day or time is best for Giuliana's Ristorante?
The hours include several afternoon and evening windows: Tuesday through Thursday 12–10 PM, Friday and Saturday 12–11 PM, and Sunday 1–9 PM. Choose the time that best fits your plans, and note that Giuliana's Ristorante is closed Monday.
What should I wear to Giuliana's Ristorante?
The dress code is smart casual. Choose a neat, comfortable outfit that fits that standard.
